Dentists explain why brushing and flossing are both important for clean and healthy teeth. Many experts say flossing first ...

From the very first trip to the dentist, we’re told about the importance of flossing to maintain proper oral hygiene. As kids, the concept of cleaning teeth with string seemed slightly bizarre. Yet ...

“If the floss smells bad, it might indicate plaque buildup with bacteria accumulation, food impaction or gum inflammation,” ...

From twice-a-day brushing to using mouthwash, we do a lot to keep our teeth squeaky clean and sparkling. Another dental habit you don't want to skimp on is flossing—it's so important to our long-term ...

Less plaque, fewer cavities and healthier gums may be the more obvious benefits of flossing your teeth — but did you know it could also lower your risk of heart disease? "There are a lot of studies ...

It's one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities. Except there's little proof that flossing works. Still, the federal government, ...

WASHINGTON (ABC7) — Dentist Susan Chang says flossing is key. “Usually, you get like about 18 inches of floss. Go with your middle finger, usually,” Chang said while wrapping a piece of floss around ...

You must have heard the importance of brushing your teeth twice a day, but how often do you hear the importance of flossing your teeth? It is usually overlooked and not a part of daily oral hygiene in ...

For many people, flossing their teeth is a hated task – right up there with taking out the garbage and cleaning the bathroom. It tends to be one of those daily chores that people neglect and then feel ...

HOLMDEL, N.J. — It’s one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities. Except there’s little proof that flossing works. Still, the ...

We’ve all heard it before: Flossing helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease, which can lower the risk of heart disease and stroke. And yet, two-thirds of Americans still aren’t flossing daily. If it ...